Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung WB700

Here is a comprehensive review of the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Samsung WB700, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was brought out 14 months later than the WB700 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-2 GPS grades vs the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS features physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Samsung WB700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-2 GPS against the WB700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 GPS and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 GPS and WB700.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher WG-2 GPS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.